Red lanterns can be found in Chinese communities around the world during Lunar New Year. But did you know one small village is responsible for making 80% of China’s lanterns? We visited the village and met a lantern maker during his busiest time of the year.<br /><br />If you liked this video, we have more stories about Chinese artisans, including:<br /><br />The Town That Makes Those Famous Blue Chinese Bowls<br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yu8ui6T4mPI<br /><br />Hong Kong’s Accidental Carpenter<br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWm94SR81bM<br /><br />Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes moments: http://instagram.com/goldthread2<br />Stay updated on Twitter: http://twitter.com/goldthread2<br />Join the conversation on Facebook: http://facebook.com/goldthread2<br />Have story ideas? Send them to us at hello@goldthread2.com<br /><br />#china #lanterns #chinesenewyear<br /><br />Producer: Weiyu Qian <br />Videographer: Yan Chen<br />Animation: Ray Ngan<br />Editing and Mastering: Joel Roche <br /><br />Music: Audio Network<br />
